Ted was born in Miles City, Montana on January 13, 1920, the son of Theodore B. and Josephine (Pierce) Matzen. He grew up and attended schools in Miles City and worked for the CCC. He then entered into the services, serving in the United States Army from 1942 - 1944. Following his honorable discharge, he returned to Miles City. In 1955, Ted married Mary Wiechard and to this union, four children were born. Ted worked for Tomalino´s Radio and T.V. until the mid 1970´s when he opened his own business called Ted´s TV Service, retiring in 1982.
Ted loved to walk the Yellowstone River, hunting agates and fishing and meeting with his group of friends for morning coffee. He was an avid reader and enjoyed collecting books, especially those related to his beloved Miles City. Ted was hard working and a problem solver; he built the family home and was always busy taking care of what needed to be done. Ted was a kind man who will always be remembered for his kind works and easy going personality.
Ted is survived by two sons: Ted (Irene) Matzen of Billings, MT and Bill (Jackie) Matzen of Miles City, MT; two daughters: Connie (Thomas) McDonald of Billings, MT and Lora Matzen of Florence, AZ; five grandchildren and four great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by 2 brothers and three sisters.
Family will receive friends on Friday, April 13, 2012 from 12:00-2:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home followed by a military graveside service at 2:00 p.m. at the Eastern Montana State Veteran´s Cemetery with full military honors. Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home of Miles City is in charge of the arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Should friends desire, memorials may be made to the charity of one's choice.
Service Schedule
Family Receive Friends
12:00 to 14:00
Friday April 13, 2012
Stevenson Funeral Home-Miles City
1717 Main Street
Miles City, MT 59301
Graveside Service with Full Military Honors
14:00
Friday April 13, 2012
Eastern Montana State Veterans Cemetery
259 Cemetery Road
Miles City, MT 59301
Service Schedule
Family Receive Friends
12:00 to 14:00
Friday April 13, 2012
Stevenson Funeral Home-Miles City
1717 Main Street
Miles City, MT 59301
Graveside Service with Full Military Honors
14:00
Friday April 13, 2012
Eastern Montana State Veterans Cemetery
259 Cemetery Road
Miles City, MT 59301
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David Corbin says
Bill, very sorry to read of the passing of your dad. He was a kind gentleman and the world lost a very respectable and decent man with his death
Ann johnson says
Bill,Jackie so sorry for your loss,Ted was a quite neighbor,but always said hello when we would be in the yard working. Thoughts and prayers are with you. Ann
patricia christopherson says
Condolences to all of the Matzen family for your loss of Ted. Thoughts and Blessings to all of the family.
Neil M Engstrom says
My cousins, I totally share your loss…at this time there is only one word comes to mind…”BOOOGALA”
Shannon Halsey-Holmen says
Lora,
So sorry to hear of your dad. My prayers for a healing heart. Shannon Halsey-Holmen
Beverly Harris says
Condolences to the Matzen family from the McDowell family. My father, Don, cherished his memories of the times he and Ted had as kids…and they continued to be friends until my father passed.
Linda & Richard Meidinger says
So sad to hear of your loss of your father.
I can remember he used to come to my home and fix my tv and have never found anyone since that did that good work. He was such a nice man. You are all in our prayers.
Patti (Green) Ireland says
Ted sat at the dining room table where my mom sits. When I sit with Mom, I’ve enjoyed visiting with Ted. He was so sweet, quite a tease, and loved music. My condolences to the family.
Kris Engstrom says
I met Ted a few times and he was always very kind to me. I know my husband Neil will miss him alot.
Remember the good times and know that you will see him again, in time.
RENE DECKER says
I will miss uncle ted very much.I have some of the best memmories of him working on our tv’s. and how much i enjoyed going to his home for visits, it always felt like an adventure when we went over. he will be truly missed.
Steve & Sarah Philipsheck says
Uncle Ted was the best.
We will miss his humor.
Love to the family,
Steve & Sarah